Renovating your kitchen is always a better option for your budget and the planet than completely throwing it away and starting from scratch.
It's not worth buying a ton of interior microtrends that will be over before the paint on the walls dries, but these pointers will steer you in the direction of a new kitchen look that will feel fresh for years to come. Helpful.
It may be time to say goodbye to the ubiquitous kitchen island, but don't worry. Especially in urban kitchens where space is at a premium, walled peninsula or freestanding options provide plenty of countertop space.
While natural wood and terrazzo continue to fend off carbon-intensive marble, green is having a defining moment.
Scroll down to see the 10 key kitchen trends for 2024.
1. Grab the curve
When the sterility of clean linings starts to feel outdated, embrace a softer, more organic look with details like curved countertops, banquettes, and handles.
2. Leave the island
Swap your dream kitchen island for a 'peninsula' and attach it to the wall on one side to create more worktop and storage space.
3. Say goodbye to built-ins
Or choose flexible, free-standing elements, such as islands that can be moved or reconfigured depending on the situation.
4. Show credentials
Simple display cabinets made from sustainable wood remain popular as they can replace wall cabinets and save you money.
5. Stay comfortable
Create a comfortable seating area with a sofa or armchair. Look for ways to add a folding stool or two to even the smallest kitchen.
6. The mix doesn't match
Mix and match different materials throughout your cabinet doors and a bold, playful color palette to create a personal and unique space.
7. Be considerate of the environment
Nature-inspired greens remain a popular choice, but earthy ocher and terracotta tones are gaining in popularity, especially with cobalt blue accents, such as the grout of colored tiles.
8. Act naturally
Wood is prized whether it's slatted, grooved, or finished with a matte varnish that celebrates the wood's unique grain.
9. Lock on
Terrazzo is likely to become even more popular as it is perfect for coordinating colors in a room.
Check out sustainable versions from Foresso, Smile Plastics, Rubblazzo, Resilica, Altrock, and more.
10. Reduce your physical strength (carbon)
From clay plaster to bamboo, exposed hemp concrete and wood fiber insulation, celebrate the inherent beauty of low-carbon finishes and take advantage of rustic, textured aesthetics.
